blue-eyed grass 'E.K. Balls'
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A clump-forming, semi-evergreen perennial with fans of narrowly sword-shaped leaves to 25cm long. Throughout summer, erect stems bear a succession of star-shaped, purple flowers to 2cm across
Scientific classification
- Species
- blue-eyed grass 'E.K. Balls' (Sisyrinchium 'E.K. Balls')
- Genus
- Sisyrinchium
- Family
- Iridaceae
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- Toxicity
- Alpine Rockery · Grass Like
- Plant type
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Height
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Spread
- Semi evergreen
- Foliage
- Tufted
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn
- Season of interest
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of blue-eyed grass 'E.K. Balls'
Distribution map
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of blue-eyed grass 'E.K. Balls'
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blue-eyed grass 'E.K. Balls' care guide
- Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
- Watering
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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Watering
Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Fertilizing
FertilizingBalanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer
Pruning
PruningNo pruning required
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by division in spring
Growing
GrowingGrow in poor to moderately fertile, well-drained, neutral to slightly alkaline soil in full sun; plants are drought tolerant once established. Protect from excessive winter wet. Suitable for an alpine trough or gravel garden. May have the potential to become a nuisance as seeds prolifically
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
May be susceptible to root rot
Pests
Generally pest-free
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